Recommended Wiring Harness for a 2024 Honda Pilot

Question:

Need a Trailer Wiring harness for a 2024 pilot any recommendations on it and after market hitch. Thanks,

asked by: Chad

Expert Reply:

I checked with our vendors and there are no custom fit wiring harnesses for the 2024 Honda Pilot's which means you will have to use one of the two universal options available. I have listed both of the below:

Curt Powered Tail Light Converter w/ 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector and Install Kit item # C59496 - This harness requires you to use a circuit tester to find the correct wires to splice into. Once you have done this it will provide you with a 4-way connector that will allow you to control your trailer's lighting functions.

ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit item # 119250KIT - This harness also requires you to use a circuit tester. However, the big difference in the two kits is that this one does not require splicing into the wires. It uses clamps that receive the signals and send a message to the trailer connector to activate the individual functions. It also provides you with a 4-Way connector.

The best hitch for a 2024 Honda Pilot is going to be the etrailer item # e27KR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Honda with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 6,000 lbs towing capacity and a 900 lbs maximum tongue weight.

I really like the etrailer hitch item # e27KR because the crosstube mounts behind your rear bumper leaving only the 2" receiver exposed. This not only looks better but helps with ground clearance.

I have linked a couple of installation videos below along with the instructions so you can see how to get these parts set up.

To round out your towing setup, I recommend the Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches item # C45534. This towing kit will provide you with a 2" ball and a fixed ball mount with a 3/4" rise and 2" drop. It also includes a hitch pin and clip, hitch receiver lock with keys, hitch cover, and a storage case.